Gyeongju The Old Capital of Korea One Day Tour from Busan

Before going to Korea, an acquaintance told me that if I were going to Busan, I should definitely take the time to visit Gyeongju. Combined with how stunning the night view photos looked, I decided to join the tour as a solo female traveler. After reading the reviews, I noticed that groups were sometimes split into Japanese, English, and Chinese speakers, which made me a bit nervous about the atmosphere. However, since everyone wrote that it was a tour worth more than its price, I took the plunge and signed up. When I actually got there, it turned out to be a tour of 23 people, all Japanese! At first, everyone was scattered and quiet, but our guide, Mr. Han, did a wonderful job getting everyone to open up, and before we knew it, a strong sense of camaraderie formed. Gyeongju is inconvenient to visit on your own, and with a short itinerary, the value for money isn't great. But with this tour, the bus was a very large and impressive limousine bus. Since traffic in Korea drives on the opposite side from Japan, the roads are narrow, and people drive aggressively, I wouldn't even consider renting a car. I joined knowing nothing about the history, but the guide's explanations were very clear and engaging. Even if you're worried about your physical fitness due to the heat and lots of stairs, they give you free time and options, so I think you can participate with peace of mind without overdoing it. Just in case anyone got lost, they made sure we could stay in touch via LINE. Anyone can take amazing photos here, and the guide even showed us the best photo spots and took pictures for us, so I was so happy to have many memories captured even though I was traveling alone. They also gave us plenty of time for restroom breaks. I made friends, and by the time we headed back, we felt like a real group! It was truly a fun day, and I wasn't tired at all. I believe Mr. Han's wonderful personality brought smiles to everyone's faces. Thank you so much, Mr. Han and our driver, for such a long and wonderful day.

While on a trip to Busan, I looked for tourist attractions in the suburbs and Gyeongju seemed interesting, so I joined this tour. Our guide, Mr. Han, provided detailed explanations, and I was particularly moved by the Gyeongju Choi Clan House. Beyond its beautiful architecture, hearing about how this family, despite accumulating wealth for over 300 years across 12 generations, valued a simple life and treated everyone with respect, regardless of their status, made the tour even more impressive. This time, I traveled with a few other Japanese participants, and we shared the bus and restaurants with participants from other countries. I felt at ease because I received a confirmation call the day before the tour, and on the day of the tour, we were informed in advance about restroom breaks. Since it's still hot in September, short-sleeved shirts, sunscreen, and sunglasses are recommended. There will be many opportunities to take photos, so a mobile charger is a must-have!

We were able to visit Gyeongju's tourist attractions in one day, experiencing history from the Silla to Joseon periods, which was very fulfilling. Our guide contacted us the day before, so we felt at ease on the day of the tour. Although it was a very hot day, our Japanese-speaking guide, Han Jeong-hoon, provided many historical explanations at each site and took photos for us, making it a memorable trip for our family. The night illumination of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, as well as Woljeong Bridge, was also incredibly beautiful, and we are truly glad we participated in this tour.

I had a wonderful experience on this Gyeongju tour. The itinerary included many beautiful and historic places such as Bulguksa Temple, Gyochon Traditional Village, Woljeong Bridge, Daereungwon Tomb Complex, Hwangnidan-gil, and Anapji. It was a great way to explore the history and atmosphere of Gyeongju in one day. A special thank you to our guide Kayla, who was absolutely lovely. She was very kind, friendly, and made the whole day even more enjoyable. She also helped us take amazing photos and shared great tips about the best spots to take pictures without crowds, which made a big difference. Everything we visited was beautiful, especially Bulguksa Temple and the night view of Woljeong Bridge. I really appreciated Kayla’s positive attitude and helpfulness throughout the tour. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone visiting Busan who wants to see the highlights of Gyeongju.

Booked this full day Gyeongju trip on Klook small group, fantastic! Guide Hyony was amazing: knowledgeable, friendly, energetic & made it feel personal. Smooth pickup, clear English intro. Started at Bulguksa Temple—Hyony explained pagodas, bridges & Silla history beautifully, with photo time. Then Gyochon Village’s hanok charm, stunning Woljeonggyo Bridge shots, magical Daereungwon tombs with royal stories, trendy Hwangnidan-gil for snacks/coffee, and epic dusk at Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond—lights on water were pure magic! Hyony was patient, fun, paced perfectly, offered water/snacks & great photo tips. Comfy transport, tasty lunch included. No rushing—pure joy! Hyony made history alive. 5 stars! Highly recommend this Klook tour. Thank you, Hyony! 🇰🇷✨

Taking a tour is the easiest to visit many interesting places that would be harder to see by yourself because public transportation is not easy or quick enough. The price is very economical for the tour and the number of places to visit. There is a lot of time to see and visit (take pictures) without feeling too rushed. Our english tour guide Ellie did her best to ensure we had historical information and to get us through the long day without any mishap. Having the night view of the bridge was a major plus. The view of the summer palace was also good, but would be better if it had been darker.

This trip to Gyeongju was nothing less than amazing! There was so much to see and photograph on this tour. I felt like we had just enough time at each place and that the itinerary was well planned. Our English speaking tour guide Lee was fantastic! I found him to be very kind, funny and patient. He did an excellent job providing a wealth of information about Gyeongju at each site. This tour was definitely worth every penny!

First, the company canceled my tour on the morning of the trip. I received an email at 5:00 AM for a tour that was scheduled to start at 9:00 AM. They explained that an unexpected accident involving the tour guide made it impossible to operate the tour. After I contacted them, they were able to accommodate my group on the same day. Despite these issues, the tour itself was absolutely worth it. Our guide was incredibly kind, friendly, caring, and professional. They worked hard throughout the entire day and truly made the experience enjoyable. The sites we visited were beautiful, including Bulguksa Temple, Yangdong Village, Daereungwon Tomb Complex, Cheomseongdae Observatory, and Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. Yangdong Village was my favorite stop and the highlight of the trip. Although I was very disappointed by the last-minute cancellation and the seating situation, the guide completely changed my impression of the experience. The company is fortunate to have guides like them.

I had booked the wrong date and only realized it after receiving an email from the tour conductor a few days prior. I quickly requested a date change, paid a small cancellation fee, and was able to join the tour two days later. I was very grateful for the advance communication. After experiencing the day's itinerary, I realized it would have been impossible to do it alone. I'm glad I participated in this tour. The bus was also excellent, with comfortable seats, large windows, and spacious seating arrangements. We had three guides (English, Japanese, and Chinese speakers), which allowed us to follow the schedule without any worries. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you very much.

It was a wonderful experience. Our English-speaking guide, Katrina, was excellent. She provided historical information about the various sites and other insights into Korean life that we had never known before. It was fun and educational. The time spent at each location was appropriate, and everyone in the group managed their time very well. We were very impressed.